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Makey Makey

Makey Makey

Grades K - 2Grades 3 - 5Grades 6 - 8Grades 9 - 12
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  • $1 - $99

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    Grades

  • K - 2
  • 3 -5
  • 6 - 8
  • 9-12

    • Aligned Standards

  • Common Core
  • ISTE
  • NGSS

    • Description

    Makey Makey an electronic invention kit for all ages.  It allows the learner to use everyday objects as conductive material to control the keyboard of your computer.

    Accessibility

    An easy to use microbit processor. Can be used for a variety of tasks and allows for differentation based upon the level of complexity an assignment requires. A good microbit processor to use as an introduction to this type of technology

    Included In Cost

      • Makey Makey Board
      • USB Cable
      • 7 Alligator Clips
      • 6 Connector Wires
      • Instructions with Visual Project Start Guide
      • Online Documentation
      • 20 Color Stickers

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    Corresponding Pathways

  • Computer Science
  • Computational Thinking
  • Physical Computing

    • Professional Development Model

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    Video

    Educator Reviews – Pros

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      • Scalable, almost endless possibilities for projects
      • High engagement, allows for creativity

    Educator Reviews – Cons

      • Needs to be attached to a computer
      • Durability of some materials
      • Makey Makey was used in our STEM club. It was presented to high schoolers and probably would have been more appropriate for middle schoolers.

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